1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Caddy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1895 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |